Louise M. Slater

Louise M. Slater, aged 97 of Wyoming, went to be with her Lord on Thursday, January 31, 2019. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmo; grandson, Isaiah. She is survived by her son, Jerry and Deborah Slater; grandchildren, Mason, Britalia, Shaylee, Keslyn, Elijah, Parker, Chanin; great grandchildren, Isabelle, Olivia, Lana, Santiago, Emiliano, Adelyn, Carmelo; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.  Louise worked for many years as a baker and received an award for having the “largest and softest buns.”  She was an avid “tatter,” which is lace making.  She deeply loved her grandchildren and great grandchildren.  Louise was known for her generosity and she and Elmo spoiled the grandkids with love and kindness.  She loved to go to rummage sales with her friend, Esther.  She was truly dedicated to her Catholic faith and was an active member of St. John Vianney Parish.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday at 11:00 am at St. John Vianney Church, 4101 Clyde Park SW, Wyoming with Fr. John Vallier presiding. Interment Oakgrove Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family on Sunday  from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4031 Clyde Park SW, Wyoming and on Monday at the church one hour prior to mass. Memorial contributions may be made to St. John Vianney Educational Foundation.